Summary of II Timothy
A. Background of 2 Timothy
1) What was the ministry connection between Paul and Timothy in this epistle?a. Timothy was still the senior pastor at Ephesus. (2 Tim. 1:6-8; 4:2,5,14-15)2) What was the situation in which this epistle was written?
b. Paul still acting as his mentor and spiritual leader. (2 Tim. 1:2; 4:1)a. A personal letter from Paul who was soon to be executed. (2 Tim. 4:6)
b. An appeal to Timothy to boldy and faithfully preach God's word. (2 Tim. 1:6-7,13-14; 2:14; 4:2)B. Chapter One Highlights
1) The call to stir up the gift within you. (1:6-8)
2) The sure hope of salvation in Jesus Christ. (1:12)C. Chapter Two Highlights
1) The need for endurance by a minister of the gospel. (2:1-13)
2) The need for diligent study of Scriptures. (2:14-19)
3) The need for non-combatative, patient teaching. (2:23-25)D. Chapter Three Highlights
1) Another reminder of the coming apostasy and ungodly living. (3:1-9)
2) Encouragement to continue in the sound doctrine learned from Paul and revealed in Scripture. (3:10-17)E. Chapter Four Highlights
1) Command to preach the word! (4:1-2)
2) Paul's pending execution and assured hope for a crown of righteousness. (4:6-8)
